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The Best Places to Grab a Drink in Phoenix

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by Robrt Pela
Updated 27 June 2022
You’re meeting an old buddy for a sidecar. Or grabbing an after-work Manhattan with your boss. Or maybe your sister needs to bend your ear over a chilled pinot. Here’s the good news: Phoenix and its surrounding cities are bursting with great bars and cocktail lounges, suited for a range of hangouts. Here are 9 of the best for your consideration.
About the restaurant

In addition to being an all-around great place to gather with friends before a round of golf, Tonto is an education in Sonoran and Native American flavor combinations. Cocktails muddled with locally grown herbs and poured with Arizona-made tequilas and mezcals are the specialties. Part of this bar’s agenda is to preserve local heritage by sharing the stories of its property’s past. In the cooler months, there’s a pet-friendly patio.


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Mike
Dined 2 days ago
Food was fantastic one of the best dinners I’ve ever had!  It’s our favorite place in Arizona and can’t wait to go back again. The staff was very professional highly recommend. 🎄🎅
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4.6
4.6 (223)
$30 and under
American
North Scottsdale
About the restaurant

Talk about sports coverage: This family-owned neighborhood sports saloon offers nearly six dozen different wide-screen TVs, blasting various games and matches in a sprawling indoor-outdoor venue. Sixteen on-tap beers are the specialty of the house, founded in 2005 by local poker legend, Kevin O’Donnell; it’s now run by his daughter, Jennifer. She’s the brains behind the cigar-friendly terrace and the weekly team trivia night. To all that, add standout pitchers of margarita, and it’s no wonder the crowds keep coming.


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OpenTable Diner
Dined on 22 Sept 2023
Great patio good foot awesome service!!! Tessa took great care of us!
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4.9
4.9 (223)
$31 to $50
Cocktail Bar
Downtown Phoenix
About the restaurant

The gleaming copper bar at this new downtown addition, which firmly focuses on impeccably crafted cocktails, is just one of its inviting amenities. Plush leather couches, low tables, and comfortable, overstuffed chairs set the scene for complex drinks such as salt-foam margaritas, spicy palomas, and signature whiskey sours. A daily “mini hour” offers seven different craft cocktails and wines for seven bucks a pop.


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Rachel
Dined on 15 Dec 2024
I’m a regular here, love the vast cocktail options. They cover a plethora of tastes. The vibe is always on point for everything from date night to girl night. This recent visit lacked service and attention so hoping it was a one off.
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4.7
4.7 (835)
$31 to $50
Mediterranean
Central Scottsdale
About the restaurant

Maybe you’re tossing back a chilled martini from a comfy chair facing the glass-walled kitchen. Or perched out back sipping Chardonnay high above a sparkling swimming pool. Or seated with a craft beer at Weft and Warp’s garden table, gazing at Camelback Mountain. Whatever your pleasure, you’re likely to find it in the cocktails and comfortable spaces of this eye-catching lounge. Expect Sonoran-inspired drink specials, garnished with ingredients grown in Weft and Warp’s own gardens.


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JamieVIP
Dined 2 days ago
We went to W & W with our family of 7 after church on Christmas Eve and could not have had a better experience! The service provided by Tammy was beyond amazing! She was attentive and very helpful in offering suggestions! Most importantly, she was kind and gracious to the three small children at our table. We will come back not only for the food and ambience, but also for Tammy’s service. Happy new year!
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4.8
4.8 (71)
$30 and under
American
Central Phoenix
About the restaurant

Whether you’re here for scenic views of one of Phoenix’s most lush public golf courses or after a quick nine holes, you’ll wind up with much more at this full-service bar. During cooler weekends, visitors enjoy live music on the shady patio, just 100 feet from the first tee, and year-round lawn games on the adjacent fenced yard. Papago Park’s spectacular rock formations are visible from inside the 9,000-square-foot stone-and-steel clubhouse, where an ever-changing list of specialty cocktails, premium wines, and draft beers are served.


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Cristina
Dined on 16 Dec 2024
Such a wonderful place to eat. Would definitely recommend.
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4.6
4.6 (253)
$30 and under
Comfort Food
North Mountain
About the restaurant

Nestled into the shadows of Sunnyslope Mountain in uptown Phoenix, this popular cantina has earned a reputation as the local go-to haunt for tequila and mezcal-centric cocktails. Ladera, which means “hillside” in Spanish, specializes in agave-flavored drinks, such as The Slope, a wild combination of mezcal, grapefruit bitters and fresh lime juice infused with serrano peppers. The casual south-of-the-border ambience—with piped-in Tejano music—lets guests pretend they’re in Tijuana.


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BarbVIP
Dined 5 days ago
Love the server! She did an excellent job of making my daughter’s birthday special!
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4.5
4.5 (287)
$30 and under
Mexican / Southwestern
Tempe
About the restaurant

Dartboards, pool tables, and giant TVs, tuned to campy old movies and football games, are the distinguishing features at this popular lounge, just south of Arizona State University. One-of-a-kind craft beers and cocktails mixed with juices, sodas, and fusions made from scratch in-house are served on a patio canopied by an ancient shade tree. Here, a well-stocked grab-and-go cooler bursts with beers, packaged cocktails, and soft drinks.


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JWarVIP
Dined on 9 Oct 2022
We absolutely love The Golden Pineapple. The cocktails are always absolutely outstanding as is the service.
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4.7
4.7 (10)
$30 and under
Italian
Central Phoenix
About the restaurant

Named for its owners’ twin passions—Rottweilers and wine—this friendly, open-air lounge’s slogan is “Make America Grape Again.” Its agenda includes education, so servers are trained to describe and discuss every one of the 90 different grape varietals on the menu. There are also monthly tasting events and a wine club designed for expanding one’s vino knowledge. Specials include a 12-buck-a bottle Champagne deal on Sundays and all-day happy hours on Thursdays.


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CTH076VIP
Dined on 10 Dec 2021
From the moment I made the reservation, I knew I was going to like this place. Keith was very attentive, texting me to let me know that they were going to be crowded, as they had a large group there that evening. Then, directions on where to park. Very attentive. We were welcomed warmly by Patty as soon as we stepped through the door. The place is much smaller than I anticipated but the wine list, the delicious pizza, and Brandon, the bartender more than made up for the fact that our party of 3 were seated at the bar. Keith made sure that he came out and spoke with me before our evening ended. I really appreciated that. It’s been awhile since I’ve been at a place that made you feel that your presence was important to them. All in all, a delightful place that I will return to soon!
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4.8
4.8 (563)
$30 and under
Southeast Asian
West Phoenix
About the restaurant

According to its long list of esteemed founders, the relaxed vibe of this midtown lounge required two separate spaces on two different floors—one for dining, and one for the tranquil enjoyment of handcrafted cocktails and natural wine. Drinks are inspired by Southeast Asia, and many are fruit- and citrus-based while others are flavored with botanical shrubs and tangy vinegars. If you’re stumped on what to order, consult the waitstaff—they’re more than happy to recommend specialty concoctions, based on what you usually sip.


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Briana
Dined on 17 Oct 2024
I love sitting at the bar, Isis the bartender is so attentive and quick with the service she provides. Love yall xoxo.
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